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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1918
Page
2
Reno June 12 1920 leaders of dry and wet camps reached agreement to ratify the national dry amendment in a Nevada special session and to enact a bond funded compensation plan for liquor interests. Governor Boyle to call session with no change to primary laws and new anti loitering and anti sabotage measures planned.
Legislation authorizes organizing a home guard and a war tax to support certain war activities. The tax targets large corporations not involved in Red Cross work or thrift stamp sales, while normal state expenditures would not seek additional appropriation. A council of defense may recommend the tax if needed.
At Eureka Theatre on Friday June 14 Bessie Love stars in Wee Lady Betty a comic take on a castle estate and the eerie ghostly tale. Sunday June 16 The Grafters features Jack Devereaux and Anna Lehr in a crook tale with a surprise finish. A domestic deception reel and Her Donkey Love comic reel shown.
The Eureka County High School students publish the fourth issue of The Booster on Thursday June 6. The green and purple cover presents the school colors and the magazine showcases poems stories essays and cartoons from top talent. The issue will be sent to high schools statewide and editors thank advertisers for loyal support. A reward is offered in today's SENTINEL for a lost La Valtere pin.
The article argues the Allies must mount an offensive to stop German gains, noting a possible strike toward Paris or Verdun. It suggests a British move in Flanders alongside French defense, with massed German troops reported between Verdun and Lorraine and multiple surprise attacks this year, underscoring Allied vulnerability.
The piece recounts a German push from Picardy to the Marne, with a thrust toward Rheims and Verdun areas, and argues Allied offensives could shift the balance. It notes American troops, weathered by front shifts, possess energy and freshness suited to offensive fighting, and suggests a coordinated big strike with French forces might reverse momentum.
Allied forces, led by French and American units, halt German advances northwest of Chateau Thierry and along the Marne. Marines join the defense near Veuilly la Poterie, recapturing Gandela and Veuilly la Poterie while inflicting heavy losses. Submarine activity off the U.S. east coast sinks several vessels, including the Carolina bound for Porto Rico.
The White Pine Red Cross chapter raised 17276.04 dollars, 8.86 times its 2000 quota, claiming the best national record. Nevada physicians to France from Camp Oglethorpe join war service. Elko Milling Co license halted for three months over wheat flour misbranding and profiteering. Austrian Carl Mueller, battered in appearance, seeks redress after hostile remarks. directed to Tonopah.
The Eureka District School honored the eighth grade class with certificates on Saturday June 8, issued by Deputy Superintendent Comerford. Members include Mary Boston, Tony Depaoli, Claude Evans, Farovini, Pauline Hill, James Laing, Annie Porch, Oliver Pratt, Estelig Rogantini, and Yula Reynolds.
County commissioners approve the following named sums of money to be paid to respective individuals or entities as listed in the official increases and allowances record. The exact amounts and payees are detailed in the ledger accompanying the motion.
Classified notice seeking return of a lost La Valliere set with diamond and pearls. Finder urged to return to the office for a reward.
Notices to Eureka Water Works patrons urge not to run irrigation water after 7 30 p m. Water used beyond that hour will be shut off and reactivation will incur a charge. M M Fletcher superintendent
Notice is hereby given that Sarah Plummer administratrix of the estate of Benjamin L. Plummer has filed intent to prove final claim to the land described in Desert Land Entry 01045. The hearing occurs before Rh McCharles at Kureks Nevada on July 20 1915. Witnesses named: Roger V Bruffey Frank Hale John R Plummer George W Goodfellow and Joan K Roanins. First publication June 15 1918. Last publication July 1 1918.
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